When to plant Parsley in Zone 6a
In Zone 6a, Parsley: start seeds indoors around Feb 24–Mar 10; transplant outdoors around Apr 7–Apr 21; direct sow outdoors around Apr 7–May 5. Expect to harvest around Jun 21–Jul 5.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Feb 24 – Mar 10 |
| Transplant outdoors | Apr 7 – Apr 21 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Apr 7 – May 5 |
| Harvest | Jun 21 – Jul 5 |
| Harvest | Jun 21 – Jul 19 |
Tip: Slow to germinate — soak seed overnight and be patient. Cold-hardy well into fall.
Zone 6a averages a last spring frost around Apr 21 and a first fall frost around Oct 17. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 6a calendar in the tool →